Felony Warrant Extradition Process

Summary

A felony domestic battery warrant can be limited to Florida, meaning it is only enforceable within the state. If the person leaves Florida, the warrant usually cannot be enforced by police in other states. However, Texas authorities can arrest him if the warrant is nationwide. Extradition is the process of returning a suspected criminal to the state where the crime occurred. For custody issues, a court order may be necessary. Consult a lawyer for specific advice.

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My ex has a warrant for felony domestic battery and ran away to Texas with my children. Can Texas arrest him and Florida bring him back
Hello Melissa. Here's a general outline:
- Warrants are typically nationwide, so Texas authorities can arrest him.
- Florida can request extradition, which is the process of returning a suspected criminal to the state where the crime occurred.
- For the children's custody, you may need a court order.
Please consult a lawyer for specific advice.
If he is pulled over for a traffic stop will Texas see the warrant
Hello Melissa. Generally, if he's pulled over for a traffic stop in Texas, the officer should be able to see any active warrants, including those from Florida. However, it also depends on the nature and severity of the warrant.
Would they see the warrant if its a Florida only warrant
Hello Melissa. Typically, a "Florida only" warrant means it's only enforceable within Florida's jurisdiction. However, it may still appear in the national database. It's the discretion of the Texas authorities whether or not to act upon it. Please consult a lawyer for specific advice.
What does it mean to have a Florida only warrant if the person leaves the state
Hello Melissa. In general, a "Florida only" warrant means that the warrant is only valid within the state of Florida. If the person leaves Florida, the warrant usually cannot be enforced by the police in other states. However, if that person returns to Florida, they can be arrested based on that warrant. Please consult a lawyer for specific advice.
Can a felony domestic battery warrant be for Florida only
Hello Melissa. Yes, a felony domestic battery warrant can technically be limited to Florida. This would mean it is only enforceable within Florida's jurisdiction. However, the specifics of this would depend on the court's decision. Please consult a lawyer for further advice.